Upgrade/Downgrade - Right Tackle
by Jake Bertalotto on Jul 9, 2009 1:05 PM PDT
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PrintOur Upgrade/Downgrade series stays on the offensive line as we look at the vacancy left by the third graduated member of the 2008 line... Tavita Thompson. Although Tavita missed the first seven games on the offensive line, he was a welcomed addition upon his return... he started the final six games of 2008 at right tackle, and finished his OSU career with 13 starts.
This year, Timi Oshinowo finds himself atop the depth chart at right tackle, but Colin Kelly, a talented freshman out of Kelso, Washington is a high-potential challenger headed into fall camp. I haven't yet seen Kelly play in person yet, but the word on the street is that he has added weight yet is still quick for his size.
I realize that Mike Remmers started the first half of the season at right tackle, but we're going to just focus on Thompson for the purpose of this post. If you want to chat about Remmers, simply follow this link.
Last Year:
This Year:
...and/or...
Here's the place to decide if you think some combination of Kelly and Oshinowo will be an upgrade or downgrade from Tavita Thompson at right tackle. Perhaps you think another player will step up once fall camp starts on August 10? Here's the place to vote and discuss.
--Jake (jake.buildingthedam@gmail.com)
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This one is tough
Although I voted downgrade, it really could be any of the three choices.
I miss CV3000
Timi has been somewhat soft during his time at OSU, don't know much about Kelly
I could also see this being the position that Phillip’s comes in during Fall camp and takes over as a true freshman, similar to what Jeremy Perry did a few years back
I support Takimoto in his effort to support Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
that will definitely be interesting.
Heard a lot of chatter about phillip. I’ve heard the coaches say that he either will start or redshirt.
--JB--
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by Jake Bertalotto on Jul 9, 2009 9:50 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
My guess is start
If you redshirt him, there’s a potential you only get 2 years out of him, as he may leave after his RS Sophomore year. He has the starters size. The ability to go up against Pac10 competition is yet to be seen. However, I believe he played in big high school SoCal, and if he dominated down there, its usually a good indication of talent level.
I support Takimoto in his effort to support Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
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